- The list below includes 211 free or cheap things to do in or near Central City, Colorado, including 101 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, History Museums, Disc Golf and Haunted Tours.
- From Gilpin History Museum to Ghost Town Disc Golf Course, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Central City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Boulder, Idaho Springs and Wheat Ridge.
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15.3 Miles
Stretching 1.3-miles in length, the Evergreen Lake Trail is a leisure trail that promotes activities including picnics, hiking, walking, running, boating, fishing, and ice skating. The trail allows dogs if they are on a leash.
15.4 Miles
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987 Lookout Mountain Road, Golden, CO 80401
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Buffalo Bill Memorial Museum is features a variety of exhibits and artifacts about the history of Native Americans and cowboys. The museum features exhibits on Wild West performers and the grave site of Buffalo Bill.
15.4 Miles
The Denver Paddle Company is a tour company that offers stand up paddle board rentals to people of all ages. The company offers special events throughout the season including Night Paddling'.
15.6 Miles
Popular with tourists and residents, Evergreen Lake and the Evergreen Lake Park provide plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. Fishing is permitted throughout the year, and the lake is stocked with trout. A state fishing license is mandatory.
15.6 Miles
Experience first-hand, life in the pioneer era when you step back in time to visit Clear Creek History Park. Stroll around and explore the shops and buildings that are maintained as they were when the first brave settlers lived there.
15.6 Miles
Clear Creek Whitewater Park offers casual trails for walking and biking alongside a mountain creek. Patrons can swim, white water raft or kayak in the stream. Guests can also walk their dogs at the park.
15.7 Miles
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13th and Maple St., Golden, CO
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With multiple displays of diverse fossils, minerals, meteorites and gems as well as moon rocks from the Apollo missions, Colorado School of Mines Geology Museum offers an informative and educational experience to visitors. There is also a walk-through mine comprising of UV minerals.
15.7 Miles
A visit to the Golden History Center offers a unique look at a truly American city, Golden, Colorado. Learn about the first T-rex discovery, the history of the world's largest brewery site and more, this is a visit worth making.
15.8 Miles
Golden City Brewery is a local brewing facility which is famous for its Red and Pale Ales among a variety of other beers that it offers. The brewery also maintains a beer garden which offers scenic views of the Lookout Mountain and the historic district.
15.8 Miles
Lookout Mountain, reached via a scenic drive to the top, offers panoramic views of the town of Golden, the Coors Brewery and distant downtown Denver. Visitors can also explore the gravesite and museum of Buffalo Bill which is located on the top.